Join industry leaders at FKCCI’s India CSR Conference 2025 to celebrate innovation and impact in corporate social responsibility.

FKCCI to host India CSR & Sustainability Conference & Awards 2025 on September 4 in Bengaluru, recognizing exceptional CSR and sustainability leaders across India.

BENGALURU (India CSR): In an era where corporate social responsibility and sustainability are no longer optional but essential, the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FKCCI) is stepping forward to spotlight those leading the way. The organization has officially opened nominations and registrations for the much-anticipated India CSR & Sustainability Conference & Awards 2025, set to be held on September 4, 2025, at the prestigious SIR M V Auditorium, K.G. Road, Bengaluru.

This national-level platform will recognize and honor organizations and leaders that are driving sustainable change, promoting inclusive growth, and going beyond compliance to positively impact society and the environment.

A Platform for Transformative Dialogue

The 2025 edition of the India CSR & Sustainability Conference & Awards is envisioned as a catalyst for thought leadership and collaboration. With India CSR as the knowledge partner and Gram as the outreach partner, the event will convene stakeholders from across sectors—corporates, PSUs, MSMEs, NGOs, academia, and government—for a day of meaningful dialogue, partnership building, and strategy alignment with state and national priorities.

“This conference will showcase impactful CSR efforts that address real-world challenges and build lasting social value,” said M.G. Balakrishna, President of FKCCI.

FKCCI Invites Nominations for India CSR & Sustainability Awards 2025

Recognizing Excellence Across Diverse Impact Areas

The awards component is a core highlight of the conference, aiming to acknowledge organizations that have demonstrated leadership and innovation in CSR and sustainability. Categories include:

Excellence in Healthcare
Education & Skill Development
Livelihood & Poverty Alleviation
WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
Women Empowerment, Diversity, and Inclusion
Rural Development & Infrastructure
Special Categories (Old Age, Specially-Abled, etc.)
Energy, Water & Waste Management
Carbon Mitigation & Climate Change

These categories reflect a holistic approach to measuring social impact, aligning with India’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and corporate purpose beyond profit.

Legacy of Visionary Leadership

Founded by engineering pioneer and Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya in 1916, FKCCI has championed Karnataka’s economic and industrial development for over a century. Today, under the guidance of President M.G. Balakrishna and CSR Committee Chairman Keerthan Kumar M, the chamber continues to bridge industry and policy, ensuring corporate responsibility remains central to business growth.

An Invitation to Co-Create a Better Tomorrow

The FKCCI invites corporates, social enterprises, NGOs, academia, and CSR professionals to attend, nominate, sponsor, or partner with this high-impact event. It’s more than a ceremony—it’s a movement to celebrate change-makers, learn from best practices, and scale solutions that matter.